88 Volvo 240 wagon. Is it worth refurbishing and rebuilding. We all love the wagon but it’s had some expensive issue lately. My 17 year old son and I would be doing the work. thx.

 

Yes it is worth it. You get to spend time with your son reviving an automotive classic, assuming you have basic tools and know-how and determination. Care to share some pictures of your car?

 

Yes, it can be worth it. It depends on some things,, though. Do you have the requisite basic skills and tools along with a sheltered place to keep the car as it is being worked on in your spare time? Your skills will improve as more and more difficult things arise. Is this a spare car that is not needed as a daily driver?
Our 240 came into our family as a first car for my 17 y/o son. We spent some quality time working on the car. I liked it too much to let it go when he bought an Audi; so it became my daily driver. That was 13 years and 150, 000 miles ago.

 

The only thing I'd look at is body/chassis rust which could compromise safety. Other than that, I can't think of anything that couldn't be solved with a rebuild or refurbish. Parts are generally available (start building your book marks). If I were to do a 240 wagon, I'd drop a small block V8 in it (check out jagsthatrun.com ) but that's cause I'm from that generation :-)